Cytology
Cytology For Your Pet | Warrnambool Veterinary Clinic - Port Fairy
If you have found a lump on your dog or if your cat has an ear infection, we need to know what cells are involved. Cytology allows the team at Warrnambool Veterinary Clinic - Port Fairy to examine microscopic samples right here in the clinic, often giving you a diagnosis of infection or tumor type within minutes.
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Cytology FAQs
Just a few common questions about Cytology. If there is something else you need to know just ask in the Contact Us form below!
Does cytology hurt my pet?
Cytology techniques like FNA usually feel similar to a quick injection. Most pets tolerate it very well.
How quickly will I get the results?
Some cytology (especially simple skin or ear cytology) can be interpreted in-clinic the same day. For more complex cases, slides are sent to a veterinary pathologist, and results generally follow soon after.
If cytology shows cancer, what happens next?
We’ll discuss the likely type of tumour, recommended staging tests (like imaging or blood tests), and treatment options.
Can cytology completely replace a biopsy?
Cytology is excellent for screening and guiding decisions, but some conditions still require a tissue biopsy for a full, definitive diagnosis.